Panhua starts $1B Philippine steel venture
Chinese steel giant Panhua Group is set to launch the first phase of its $1-billion integrated steel manufacturing project in the Philippines next month, marking one of the country’s biggest foreign industrial investments in recent years.
Inflation fears keep T-Bill rates elevated
Treasury bill yields ended mixed at Monday’s auction as persistent inflation risks, slowing growth concerns, and global market uncertainty continued to keep borrowing costs elevated.
GSIS names new trustee, honors outgoing member’s service
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has welcomed Rolando Toledo to its board of trustees, while commending outgoing trustee Beatriz Torno for her long-standing public service. This move supports the state pension fund’s goal to strengthen governance and improve services for members and retirees.
PH finance stable but Middle East tensions, debt, rates are critical watchpoints – FSCC
The Financial Stability Coordination Council (FSCC) confirmed on Monday that the Philippine banking system is stable and resilient, even as it flagged major risks that could directly affect businesses and households.
Tree removing permits come with heavy rehabilitation requirements – DENR
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) said Monday it understands public concerns over tree cutting, including issues at Quirino Avenue and the Berong Nickel Project in Palawan. It said the policy is clear: no tree may be removed without legal basis, environmental safeguards, and mandatory long‑term rehabilitation plans.
